Support Worker

Field View Care Recruitment Solutions; Swanley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care recruitment firm in Swanley is seeking Support Workers for a children's home. This role requires a passion for working with children aged 10-17 with emotional and behavioral difficulties. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience, with opportunities for extensive training and career progression. Pay ranges from £12.94 to £15.19 per hour, including additional sleep-in bonuses.

Benefits

Extensive training opportunities

Supportive working environment

Career progression

Qualifications

• Able to work full-time and flexible hours with shifts and sleep-ins.
• Experience supporting children aged 8-18 with emotional and behavioral difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Support and care for children aged 10-17 in challenging behavior.
• Lead and supervise staff as a Senior Support Worker.

Skills

Experience with EBD & challenging behaviour

Flexibility in working hours

Communication skills

Education

NVQ level 3 in children's and young people's workforce

Job description

Support Workers required Children's Home in Swanley Kent BR8

We are looking for passionate Support Workers looking for their next challenge.

Our homes are 4 Bedroomed and supports 10-17 year olds with EBD and challenging behaviours. Progression will be encouraged and investment in training is guaranteed to produce the dream team. Working in our homes will introduce you to a great workspace and ethos.

We can offer our Support Workers

• A rewarding career, whereby you learn and grow with our children.
• Extensive training opportunities including a Level 4 qualification.
• The home will be a safe and in a supportive environment.
• The chance to start up a brand-new home with your influence.

Support Worker Requirements

• Please note applicants MUST meet the following requirements;
• Able to work Full time
• A full UK driving license
• Right to work in the UK (we do not offer sponsorship)
• NVQ level 3 in children’s and young people's workforce (Preferred)
• An understanding that this role will require to undertake Enhanced DBS checks
• You need to be able to work flexibly in caring for the children. This will include working shifts and sleep-ins with full-time and part-time hours being available.
• Experience working and supporting 8-18 year old with EBD & challenging behaviour

Senior Support Worker Qualifications and Experience :

• Previous experience working with Children or Young People (Minimum of 2 year)
• At least 1 year leading and supervising staff
• NVQ level 3 in children’s and young people's workforce ( Essential)
• Enhanced DBS.
• Driver

Support Worker and Senior Support Worker rates

• Support Worker £12.94-£13.94 per hour £60 sleeps
• Senior Support Worker £14.44 - £15.19 per hour plus £60 sleeps
• Waking night shifts £14.19 - £14.69
• 40 hours per week on a working rota

For more information on our Support Worker opportunity please contact Mick Hull Fieldview Care Recruitment Solutions